Alex Smith wants to wait for a new contract

Even if the 49ers wanted to kick start contract negotiations with quarterback Alex Smith, he might reject it. Smith said Wednesday, he’d prefer to focus on the season and leave contract talks until later. Smith signed a one-year contract for a reported $5 million once the off-season lockout ended.
“It’s not something I’ve talked about, or even thought about,” Smith said. “It’s not something I want to even think about during the season.”
Where Smith is focused is on his play and winning games. While others are throwing around the “elite” label in discussing Giants quarterback Eli Manning, Smith was asked if he could reach an “elite” level.
“If I play to my potential, absolutely,” Smith said. “Elite is not just showing it, it is week and week out.”
Smith is enjoying the best season of his career with 11 touchdowns, 3 interceptions and a 95.8 passer rating. Smith likes to point to the one stat he holds most dear – the team’s 8-1 record.